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as in complicated
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
an intricate machine that requires some training to use it properly
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as in detailed
made or done with great care or with much detail
an intricate hairstyle that requires far too much maintenance to suit my taste
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Recent Examples of intricate
Their songs contained more complex sounds, and the mice switched between those sounds in more intricate patterns.
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Carl Zimmer, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2025
Millot was quickly interwoven into a side that played fast, intricate football, and established himself as a goalscoring midfielder to be feared.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
His collections often feature vibrant colors, intricate draping, and strong tailoring, blending Eastern and Western influences.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 9 Feb. 2025
Statement earrings: Create a beautiful neckline by wearing large earrings with intricate, delicate designs.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
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Their final conflict goes down on Silver’s yacht in the middle of the open water, as Silver ridicules Kreese for his complicated relationship with Johnny.—
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Construed as a pedagogical exercise more than entertainment, the film offers a deep reading into the complicated plurality of the populace that constitutes nations such as Germany.—
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Howard Rosen, Fort Lauderdale Editor’s Note: The city has a detailed explanation of rate increases on its website at fortlauderdale.gov/Home/Components/News/News/7623/16.—
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By the time MacMahon and McGourty first met with Page, the filmmakers prepared a detailed storyboard for the film.—
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The recipe also calls for two kinds of chocolate—in this case, milk and bittersweet—to create a more complex, sophisticated flavor that’s not overly sweet.—
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For over 15 years, David E.A. Johnson dedicated his career to solving some of the world’s most complex security challenges driven by criminal networks.—
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Read claimed her innocence and her lawyers alleged something far more nefarious was at play, including an elaborate law enforcement coverup.—
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The scheme came together thanks to an anonymous corpse and an elaborate fictional backstory, among other bonkers details.—
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That the aircraft impacted the ground so violently will no doubt complicate investigators' work, given the state of the physical evidence, Axios' Fitzpatrick adds.—
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Strong winds sweeping through L.A. continue to spread the wildfires as well as complicate containment, with the biggest blaze — the Palisades fire — only 11 percent contained, fire officials estimated.—
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Among the standout pieces in the second H&M spring 2025 limited-edition Ramadan collection, semi-shiny satins, jacquards and hammered fabrics add an elegant and luxurious touch.—
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Its classic trim with elegant details on each door can dress up a modern interior or pair with traditional decor to elevate any space.—
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The straight-leg silhouette and ankle length give these pants a sophisticated style that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.—
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After all, the implications of a sophisticated A.I. system acting as copilot raise serious questions—such as, will it second-guess or even stop the human pilot from flying if the computer perceives an imminent emergency, which may or may not exist?—
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“Intricate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intricate. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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